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A discussion MCL injury surgery  Learn when surgery is needed for an MCL injury @cutandrunpodcast Season 4 Episode 3What are the indications for surgery?MCL repair versus reconstruction?Post operative restrictionsThanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion MCL injury diagnosis  Learn what you need to know to start recovery with confidence @cutandrunpodcast Season 4 Episode 2What will the patient describe?Other injuries associated with MCL injuryHow to test the MCL for diagnosisWhat imaging should you get?Bracing protocols after injuryWeight-bearing restrictions post-injuryImportance of starting exercises early for recoveryThanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on MCL injuries. Learn everything you need to know about the MCL @cutandrunpodcast Season 4 Episode 1What is the MCL? What is the function of the MCL?How is the MCL injured?What does it feel like to injure your ACL?Does it have the ability to heal?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on physiotherapy post meniscus repair surgery. Learn about the 5 phases of rehab @cutandrunpodcast Season 3 Episode 6What are the 5 phases of rehab?Special considerations for a meniscus repairUsing criteria to progress rehabThanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on what to expect after meniscus repair surgery. Learn if your knee will be very painful dhow long it will take to get back to your favourite activities @cutandrunpodcast Season 3 Episode 5Will your knee hurt after the surgery?Will your knee be stiff?When can you…Ride a bikeSwimmingGym (+ example exercises and principles)RunningSurfingSportThanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on meniscus repair surgery. Learn what is involved in the surgical procedure to repair an injured meniscus @cutandrunpodcast Season 3 Episode 4Overview of a meniscal repair surgeryAre all surgeries done by arthroscope?How long will it take to heal?What are the post op restrictions?Why are the restrictions in place?Do any meniscus heal with surgery? Strategies to increase the chance of healingThanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on the initial management of meniscus tears. Learn what to do to get rehab started early and discover whether the meniscus can heal by itself on @cutandrunpodcast Season 3 Episode 3What is the initial management directly after the injury?Do you need crutches?Do you need a brace?Can a meniscus heal?Will surgery help it heal?Do all meniscus tears require surgery?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on the diagnosis and imaging of meniscal injuries. Learn how to diagnose a meniscus tear, what types of imaging to get and the different types of meniscus tears @cutandrunpodcast Season 3 Episode 2How a clinical diagnosis is madeThe role of imaging in the diagnosisWhich imaging you should getWhen shouldn't you get a scanWhat are the different types of tearsThanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on the structure and function of the meniscus and how it is injured. Learn what the symptoms of a meniscus tear are on @cutandrunpodcast Season 3 Episode 1What is the meniscus?Why is it important?What is the difference between an acute and chronic meniscus tear?Is the management different between acute and chronic tears?What symptoms will you feel?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on the Return to Sport Phase of rehabilitation. Learn what to expect and what you have to do to safely negotiate this crucial phase of rehabilitation on @cutandrunpodcast Episode 25How to safely return to training?Returning to contact at trainingHow much training is enough?Avoiding spikes in workloadMaking the final transition back into sportOvercoming fear of re-injuryThanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on the Return to Running after ACL reconstruction. Learn when you will be ready to run in this big rehabilitation milestone on Episode 24How many weeks after surgery can you run?How to start runningHow to prepare for runningWhat are the criteria?Other considerations that may delay runningWhat to do if you have painThanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on reinjury and arthritis after ACL injury and reconstruction. Learn about what the future holds for your knee health.What happens after you return to sport?How can you minimise your risk of reinjury?When will you feel fully recovered?What is the forgotten knee?When are you at risk of reinjury?What about knee arthritis?Does surgery prevent arthritis?Can you reduce your risk of arthritis?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on the late stage of ACL rehab )the Return to Performance Phase) . Learn what to expect and what you have to do to safely negotiate this crucial phase of rehabilitation.When can you start this phase?What does this phase involve?Why is field rehabilitation so important?How to progress exercises appropriately? Does the graft make a difference?Is supervision required?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on the mid-phase of ACL rehab.  Known as the fundamentals phase this phase is crucial to your rehab success. Find out everything you need to know on  Episode 21How long is the phase?What are the 5 fundamentals?Why is a well-rounded program is essential?Does your diet matter?Safety of progressing exercisesThanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on the 5 phases of ACL rehab. Know where you are on your rehab journey on Episode 20 of Cut and RunWhat are the phases?Why do we have phases and why are they important?Why do we have progression criteria?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on the process of graft healing after ACL reconstruction and what it means for your rehabilitationWhat is ligamentisation?What does it mean for rehab?Is it different between grafts?When is it weak and when is it most strong?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on what to expect after ACL reconstruction. Learn how long will it take to get back to your favourite activitiesWhen can lift weights at the gym?When can you swim?When can you ride a bike?When can you run?When can you cut and change direction?When can you go for a surf?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on knee bending after ACL reconstruction. The why, how and when of knee bending.Is it safe straight after surgery?Does the graft affect your bending?Exercises to improve your bendingThe importance of swelling management Timeframes to work towardsThanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

Everything you need to know about return to sport testing on @cutandrunpodcast Episode 16Why should you get a test down?When is the best time?What does it involve?How long will it take?Who should perform the test?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on the LEAT (lateral extra-articular tenodesis), a procedure gaining popularity as part of an ACL reconstruction surgery on @cutandrunpodcast Episode 15What is it?Why would a surgeon perform it?How is it performed?What does it mean for your rehab? Should you get it?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A discussion on common queries post ACL reconstruction; wound healing, clicking in the knee and numbness after surgery on @cutandrunpodcast Episode 14How long do the wounds take to heel?When can you get in the pool?How to check the wounds for infectionWhy is your knee clicking?When does clicking matter and not matter?Why is your shin numb?Does the numbness change anything and will it go away?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

Why is it important to get knee extension after ACL reconstruction and how do you actually do it, on @cutandrunpodcast Episode 13Why is it important?What stops your knee from straightening?Is it safe immediately after surgery?What are the consequences of a bent knee?What exercises will help?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

We answer the big question of how long it will take to return to sport after ACL reconstruction! How many months will it take?Is a time period important?The importance of passing a return to sport testOvercoming fear of reinjury Does age make a difference? Why you should always complete rehabilitationThanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

Having a meniscus repair does make a big difference in your rehabilitation and recovery post-surgery. Learn the keys things to consider as you commence rehabilitation.Will you be able to fully weight bear?How long will you have crutches?Why you may have to wear a brace?WIll you have more pain and swelling post-surgery?How will your rehabilitation change?Should you start rehab straight away?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time 

The meniscus often gets torn during an ACL injury.  What does this mean for your upcoming ACL surgery? What is the meniscus?Why is it important?How is it injured?Do you need to get it repaired?How is it repaired?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

The time has come to have the surgery.  Learn about what the surgeon will actually do in the operation. What should you do to prepare?What anaesthetic will you have?What are the steps in the surgery?How long is the operation?How long will you stay in the hospital?How much will it hurt after the operation?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

What should you expect when you wake of from surgery? What are the main things you need to do to start your rehab the right way? What are the post-op restrictions?Is it safe to weight bear?Do you need a brace after surgery?Can you move your knee?The importance of extensionThe importance of ice What medications will you use?When will you see the surgeon again?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

Muscle strains (particularly the hamstring and calf) are very common sports injuries.  Learn how to manage them in the first 3 days after injury by using the POLICE protocol. Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

These are crazy times we are in! Sports across the world have stopped and athletes cannot train with their teams. What do you need to be aware of as you plan your return back to sports after a period of time off or lockdown. Reduce your chance of injury and improve your performance by following simple but effective advice. Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

When is the right time to have ACL surgery? Straight away or should you wait?Learn the pros and cons of having ACL surgery straight away or delayed. What injuries mean you should have surgery straight away?How much time off work will I need?The importance of having clear expectations Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

There are a lot of things the surgeon needs to consider when performing ACL surgery.  What factors does the surgeon consider prior to the operation?Which graft should you get and why?Does the sport you play matter?What about a lateral tenodesis?The future of ACL surgery Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

Learn the best people to manage your ACL injury, what you should expect when you go to see them, if you need imaging and what kind. Should you get imaging straight away?What sort of imaging should I get?When should you see a specialist?Should you see a physio?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

What should you do in the first week after injuring your ACL? Find out the best practice in managing your injury to get your recovery started the right way.What is the initial physiotherapy management?Why does your knee get so swollen and sore?Do you need a brace or crutches?Should I ice the knee?What exercises should you start?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

On this episode, we answer key questions about how to diagnose an ACL tear.What does an athlete report they feel?How to perform a clinical examinationWhat imaging should you get (or not get)?Why can some people play on after an injury incident? Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time

On this episode, we help you understand how an ACL is ruptured.What movements and positions cause an ACL tear?Do they usually involve contact from another player?Can you prevent an ACL injury?How does knowing this help your rehab?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

There are very few worse feelings than hearing that pop and your knee crumble beneath you! One of the first things you think is WHY! Why did this happen to me?  In this episode, we cover a number of factors which has potentially led to this terrible event.  Dive in to find out more. Why did it happen to you?What factors contribute that you can do nothing about?What factors can you change?What sports are high risk? What about the surface or boots?Why are we seeing more injuries in our youth?Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.

A brief overview of what you can expect from the "Cut and Run" podcast. Imagine what it would feel like to have all your questions answered? Have you suffered a sports injury and don't know what's next or how to prepare for what's to come? Get your burning questions answered as surgeons and physios join forces to answer all your questions. Learn what to expect, what to do and what not to do on your journey back to sports. Thanks for listening If you have any questions then send us an email at cutandrunpodcast@gmail.com to let us know if you have any topics you would like us to cover. See you next time.